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Recent Jullianges Reviews

Ambert is an interesting medieval town right in the center of the incredibly beautiful Parc naturel régional Livradois-Forez. The Gite Le Mas, on a hill above Ambert, where you can see a Neolithic dolmen from the car as you twist your way up the road, is a perfect base for exploring the lushly green region, both during walks right out the door of the gite in the tall pine forest across a lovely fresh meadow, or by exploring by car, foot, or tourist train the rich variety of sights, both natural and cultural, in the region. The gite is well-equipped with a well-functioning kitchen, two bedrooms with skylights that invite fresh air, and a living room with huge picture window that looks out onto the green meadow and forest. All these things aside, though, your host Francois (and his very sweet dogs Doushka and Mariol) is the best reason to stay at this gite; he will make you feel right at home. A more congenial host could not be found. Francois supplies many excellent books and brochures in the gite with information about all aspects of the area, but in addition he is willing to guide you to the best restaurants in Ambert and explain anything you want to know in as much (or little) detail as you would like. A truly interesting man, he is also a marvelous cook! We highly recommend his welcoming first night dinner with three courses and wine. We were sorry to say goodbye and hope we will see him again someday. Merci beaucoup for everything, Francois.

Beautiful area, big house with plenty of room, a bit rustic but that's to be expected in the countryside. Some minor maintenance could be used. Nice villages and cities within short driving distance, as well as commerce...Chaise-Dieu, Le Puy en Velay, etc. (must have a car though). Coffee maker didn't work, only a minor inconvenience. It was really helpful to have accommodation with a small child (baby bed, toys, play equipment). Owner very responsive. Would stay here again, and longer next time.

We had a great time at the chateau and could actually get some feeling of how the landed gentry must have lived (minus the servants, of course). The bedrooms, bathrooms and living areas were exceptional. The setting was marvellous as well, including the gardens and the area where the horses roamed. We spent many a meal outside on the front deck looking at the fields, hills and mountains. Even the weather was very agreeable this summer, warm during the day, cool at night.
We have three kids living in France, and each with his/her family stayed for roughly a week. This allowed us to have quality time with the kids and grandkids, and there was no lack of things to do and see in the area. Should note, however, that grocery shopping is about 15 minutes drive away. Would suggest shopping at Craponne, but the farmers' market at Retournac is worth a visit.
The owner (Cathy) and her mother (Hilary, who lives on the premises) were unbelievably helpful. One couldn't have asked for nicer support and they really made our stay a memorable one. Can't imagine anyone being disappointed with a week or more (we stayed almost three) at the chateau. In terms of value it would be extremely hard to beat.